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Pershing made lasting impact on Legion

Advocates for forming the American Legion in 1919 called Gen. John J. Pershing one of their staunchest allies.

The American Legion Library was established in 1923 and is located on the north end of the fourth floor of National Headquarters in Indianapolis. While the organization and building are not public, the library staff welcomes and strives to help Legionnaires, veterans and non-veterans alike.

Q:

I am searching for military service records for myself or a family member, for genealogical research. What records can I find?

Answer:

The American Legion does not have military service records. For that you need to apply, with as much information as you know, to:

National Personnel Records Center Military Personnel Records
9700 Page Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63132-5100

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1927 National Convention in Paris

Legionnaires cavorted at Coney Island, New York, before crossing the waves to the Tracadero in Paris, France. Watch the video.